Unlikely friends Joy and Giovanni would do anything to protect their families - Joy from her abusive father and Giovanni from a mysterious blackmailer.When a threatening phone call puts Giovanni in jeopardy, Joy takes matters into her own hands.But does this scrappy teen have what it takes to help the boy she's fallen for? Or will the tides rise and force Joy to choose who to save - gentle Giovanni or her frustrating mother?Find out in Broken Hearts of Queens, a romantic suspense YA novel. This book contains the death of an animal and portrays post-traumatic stress syndrome along with other mental health issues and may be upsetting to some individuals. and "A captivating YA debut that will have you laughing, crying and leave you in a state of wonder. Broken Hearts of Queens has taken young adult contemporary fiction to a complex yet relatable space and, in doing so, has created a sense of comfort for the reader while simultaneously keeping you on the edge of your seat. and " - Natasha Woodridge, editor of The Upward Spiral magazine.